Blamey, A.A.M., MacMillan, F., Fitzsimons, C.F., Shaw, R. and Mutrie, N. (2013) Using programme theory to strengthen research protocol and intervention design within an RCT of a walking intervention. Evaluation, 19(1), pp. 5-23. (doi: 10.1177/1356389012470681)
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Abstract
This article provides a practical example of how to apply a theory-driven approach to research intervention and protocol design. It illustrates how reflection on both intervention theory and programme theory can inform and refine the: implementation of the intervention; research design; specification of research questions and tools; and, identify the contribution each research stage makes in the accumulation of policy-relevant learning. The article presents the logic models, associated theory and learning from the development of a pilot randomized control trial/feasibility study of a walking intervention targeting older adults.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Shaw, Dr Rebecca |
Authors: | Blamey, A.A.M., MacMillan, F., Fitzsimons, C.F., Shaw, R., and Mutrie, N. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > Health Economics and Health Technology Assessment |
Journal Name: | Evaluation |
Publisher: | Sage Publications |
ISSN: | 1356-3890 |
ISSN (Online): | 1461-7153 |
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